1 1/2 qt. (6 c.) water
10 oz. bag frozen chopped broccoli
3/4 c. finely chopped onion
2 tsp. white pepper
2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. garlic powder
8 oz. (2 c.) shredded American cheese
1 c. milk
1 c. cream
1/4 c. butter
1/3 c. all purpose flour
1/2 c. cold water

In a 3 quart saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add broccoli and onion; boil 10 minutes. Add seasonings and shredded cheese; stir until melted. Add cream, milk and butter; heat until boiling, stirring constantly. Slowly combine 1/2 cup cold water with flour, stirring until smooth. Slowly add to hot mixture, stirring constantly. Stir and cook until soup is consistency of heavy cream. Makes 8 to 10 servings.